Social Policy Analyst

Kara E Wang

Kara is a high school student at Riverdale Country School in Bronx, New York. With a strong interest in public policy, public finance, and inequality, she is particularly focused on housing policy and the role of institutions in addressing economic inequities. She plans to pursue a career in business and law.

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Policy Briefs by the author

The Take It Down Act and the Future of Online Safety

Social Policy

June 26, 2026

This brief will analyze the new development surrounding AI-generated media from the White House, a change that has criminalized the distribution and use of deepfakes. It will consider the history as well as the tried policy of the issue.

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Redefining Eligibility in Olympic Sport

Social Policy

May 17, 2026

This brief will analyze the new International Olympic Committee (IOC) policy banning non-biological women from competing in the female category in Olympic sports, a change that has sparked great controversy around the globe. It will consider the history as well as tried policy of the issue.

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Addressing Recidivism and Inequality in the U.S. Prison System

Social Policy

March 28, 2026

This brief will analyze the debate around reforming the United States prison system, a developing conflict causing great discourse around the country. It will consider the history and tried policy of this phenomenon.

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Who Gets to Eat? SNAP, Work Requirements, & Food Insecurity

Social Policy

February 15, 2026

This brief analyzes food insecurity in the United States with an emphasis on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). It evaluates SNAP’s historical development, recent policy changes, and their implications for food security, employment, and public health.

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